One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Potatoes

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Juicy chicken thighs seared in garlic butter paired with tender herb-roasted potatoes all cooked in one pan for an effortless meal. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs (about 1.5 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs, halved baby potatoes, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 lb halved baby potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tbsp chopped rosemary and thyme; spread evenly on a rimmed baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 4 bone-in chicken thighs and season all over with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: In a large oven-safe skillet, melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter with 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5 minutes until golden and crisp; flip and sear the other side for 3 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Transfer chicken thighs to the baking sheet with potatoes, nestling them among the potatoes. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 tbsp rosemary and thyme over chicken and potatoes.
  6. Step 6: Roast in the oven for 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F) and potatoes are tender.
  7. Step 7: Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Potatoes?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep halved baby potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Potatoes?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Potatoes for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Potatoes?

American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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